The defensive captain for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has received nominations for the NFL Walter Payton Man of the…
Cam Heyward, the defensive captain for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has received nominations for the NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year award on six occasions. However, it was on his sixth nomination that he secured the prestigious honor, bringing emotions to the forefront as he graciously accepted the award and expressed gratitude to those who supported him.
Throughout his career, Heyward has consistently devoted his efforts to honor his late father and support his family. Following expressions of thanks to the Steelers organization and head coach Mike Tomlin, he proceeded to acknowledge the people surrounding him and those who have passed away.
Reflecting on his journey with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Heyward shared, “Since I became a part of the Pittsburgh Steelers, I’ve believed that God and my father had a plan for me, and right now, I am living that plan.”